Central Sterile Technician - Per Diem

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Central Sterile Technician to support the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) by ensuring the timely preparation, distribution, and management of surgical supplies and instruments. This role includes picking supplies, delivering case carts, and returning unused items after procedures.

The position requires a HS Diploma or GED, with emphasis on organization and adherence to hospital standards. Compensation is hourly and will reflect experience and education.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in sterile processing is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Pick surgical supplies and instruments for scheduled cases and return unused items after procedures.
• Prepare and deliver case carts to the appropriate clinical areas.
• Empty and organize equipment including the cart washer and instrument washer.
• Maintain organization of instrument trays and manage the return of trays from clinical areas or processing areas.
• Receive, log, and manage incoming external instrument trays, including vendor trays.
• Monitor inventory levels for SPD supplies and assist with creating and maintaining ordering sheets.
• Order necessary supplies and restock inventory as deliveries arrive.
• Break down delivery boxes and properly store incoming materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout SPD work areas in accordance with hospital standards.
• Assist in maintaining workflow efficiency within the department to support surgical services.

Skills

Sterile processing

Inventory management

Case cart preparation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• The Central Sterile Technician supports the daily operations of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) by ensuring the timely preparation, distribution, and management of surgical supplies and instruments. This role is responsible for picking supplies and instruments for surgical cases, delivering case carts, and returning unused items following procedures. The technician assists with maintaining proper inventory levels by monitoring supplies, preparing ordering sheets, placing supply orders, and restocking items upon delivery. Additional responsibilities include emptying and organizing equipment such as cart washers and instrument washers, managing the return of instrument trays, and receiving and coordinating incoming external trays, including vendor trays. The technician also breaks down delivery boxes and maintains cleanliness and organization within SPD work areas to support efficient workflow and compliance with hospital standards.

Responsibilities

• Pick surgical supplies and instruments for scheduled cases and return unused items after procedures.
• Prepare and deliver case carts to the appropriate clinical areas.
• Empty and organize equipment including the cart washer and instrument washer.
• Maintain organization of instrument trays and manage the return of trays from clinical areas or processing areas.
• Receive, log, and manage incoming external instrument trays, including vendor trays.
• Monitor inventory levels for SPD supplies and assist with creating and maintaining ordering sheets.
• Order necessary supplies and restock inventory as deliveries arrive.
• Break down delivery boxes and properly store incoming materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout SPD work areas in accordance with hospital standards.
• Assist in maintaining workflow efficiency within the department to support surgical services.

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience:

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Salary Range

$18.11 - $28.86/Hourly

As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

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